Certified Dental Assistant

Certified Dental Assistant
Arborview Dental Care
Middletown, CT
Join our dynamic dental team as a Certified Dental Assistant, where your expertise will directly contribute to delivering exceptional patient care. As a vital member of our team, you will assist with a wide range of dental procedures, ensure smooth clinical operations, and uphold the highest standards of infection control and patient safety. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a positive experience for every patient while supporting our mission to promote oral health and wellness.
Duties
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments following strict aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Assist dentist during various procedures including general dentistry, prosthodontics and pediatric dentistry, ensuring all tools and materials are ready for use.
• Take digital dental radiographs (X-ray) accurately while adhering to HIPAA regulations and safety standards.
• Manage patient records using Softdent dental software ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with HIPAA.
• Perform chairside assisting with four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize efficiency and patient comfort.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with documentation when necessary for patients with special needs or medical conditions.
• Maintain knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and dental coding to accurately document procedures and communicate effectively within the team.
Qualifications
• Valid certification as a Dental Assistant with current licensure or registration as required by state law.
• Proven experience in dental assisting within a busy dental office environment, including pediatric dentistry.
• Proficiency with Softdent, familiarity with dental records management is a plus.
• Strong understanding of infection control practices, aseptic techniques, and sterilization procedures.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical coding standards.
• Ability to perform X-ray procedures safely following radiation safety guidelines.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients of all ages and team members across specialties like endodontics or prosthodontics.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail and patient comfort.
Job Type: Full-time